PROJECT SUMMARY
Setting a Global Benchmark in Containment Excellence
A leading South Australian mining operation has completed its second large-scale liquid containment facility, once again demonstrating its commitment to environmental stewardship and engineering innovation. Utilizing Layfield’s advanced HeatGard geomembrane system, this installation sets a new global standard in containment design—combining high-performance materials with cutting-edge technologies to ensure long-term durability, environmental protection, and operational reliability.
SOLUTION
Design Innovation: Double-Lined System with Leak Detection and Conveyancing
The facility features a sophisticated double-lined containment system engineered to meet and exceed international standards. Key components include:
- Primary and Secondary Liners
Both layers are constructed using HeatGard geomembrane, manufactured with bi-modal resin for enhanced durability, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. - HydraNet Conductive Geocomposite Drainage Layer
Positioned between the liners, this layer integrates a conductive geotextile and a custom-developed geonet, specifically engineered for this application. Made with high-performance bi-modal resin, HydraNet ensures exceptional chemical resistance and long-term performance. - Integrated Leak Detection System
The conductive layer enables advanced construction quality assurance and continuous monitoring. Any breach is swiftly detected and addressed, minimizing environmental risk and maximizing operational integrity.
RESULTS
This landmark project was delivered through the collaboration of industry leaders, including Layfield, the manufacturer of both HeatGard geomembrane and HydraNet geocomposite. The result is a testament to what can be achieved when innovation, precision, and commitment converge.
A Legacy of Excellence
As the second major containment facility at this site utilizing HeatGard geomembrane, the project reinforces the operation’s position as a global leader in containment technology. Through strategic investment in high-performance materials and advanced engineering, the operation continues to set the benchmark for responsible resource management.